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How to prevent my dog from barking and pulling during daily walks?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 2 years and 2 months old

What are ways I can get my dog to not bark at every thing and pull when we go on walks?

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 11th, 2017

Get a halti or gentle leader to help with not pulling in a leash. These go around the nose so if they pull it pushes their nose down and takes the leverage away. Make sure you have treats to reward her when she does well with this. They make bark collars that can shock or spray to help discourage that behavior. Whenever she barks when not warranted, correct her and tell her no. When she settles down and stops give her a treat for listening and that can help encourage the behavior

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    Answered By Angel Alvarado, LVT

    Licensed Veterinary Technician

    Published on May 19th, 2018

    A head harness, such as the Gentle Leader or Halti, can be used to maintain more control during walks. It is similar to a halter used for horses. A gentle tug will re-establish eye contact between you and Annie Mae and will distract her from other dogs. Correct any negative behavior immediately and consistently reward good behavior. Gradually introduce her to "new" dogs to desensitize her to seeing and being around them. Start out with short walks and increase them as she progresses.

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